Oconee County, GA Politics

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D'oh. I wonder which fast food restaurant he slandered or libeled besides besmirching our Commander in Chief and all those who voted for him. Chatham GOP chair apologizes for sending e-mail that used expletive to describe Obama administration | savannahnow.com

Primaries are unavoidable in the Governor's race nomination and probably Secretary of State in '10. But right now the State Dems get a big FAIL in not having any candidates for congress so far in two North Georgia districts. Primary best way for party to choose | ajc.com

Once again, Georgia statewide candidates should learn never to take middle Georgia for granted or not show up when they say they are going to. I have not heard of too many events here locally, but all candidates and parties are welcome to keep me informed. Try danmatt@hotmail.com first. I have numerous other email, gmail, facebook, etc. Community, candidates meet for HobNob - The Sun News - Macon.com

Karen Handel is not someone I would think is worthy of being Governor of Georgia, but I think she will be in a Primary run-off with equally corrupt John Oxendine for the GOP nod. Editorial: More ethical questions raised about Handel | Opinion | OnlineAthens.com

Sounds like a great way to start a Halloween Saturday! Woven brightly, Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. Subject: [oconee] Final stroll of the year   Two quick things: 1) We only have one date remaining for our Saturday stroll series in downtown Watkinsville, so if you haven't caught one yet, it's your last chance! The stroll leaders this week are the award-winning artists Kathy and Jerry Chappelle. They're the owners of first-rate Chappelle Gallery and founders of Happy Valley Pottery. They've designated OCAF as the recipient of the money we'll raise from the $5 per person fee. We'll meet at 9 this Saturday in front of the County Courthouse on Main Street in Watkinsville. You'll learn the very interesting history of the building that houses the Chappelle Gallery -- and much more along the way. 2) Our book group book for November (for the discussion group sponsored by the Oconee Democrats) is "The Wordy Shipmates" by the quirky ...

Kudos to Watkinsville City Council member Brian Brodrick for reporting on it and Tony Glenn for helping to organize it and boo to me for missing it. I was watching the World Series after enjoying my son's soccer party. Check out Brian's blog report on the first meeting of the Oconee County Cycling Organization. Voice of Moderation: Wheels are Turning

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Anyone as shocked as I was that there are people stupid enought to try and ban on-road bicycling in Oconee County? Then go here tonight as I plan to after I get home from my son's soccer party following his final game of the year Woven brightly, Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. From: smkogan@uga.edu To: smkogan@uga.edu Subject: Reminder-Oconee cycling Date: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:37:33 -0400 Reminder: Oconee County Cycling Organization meeting tonight, 8:30PM , Jittery Joe's Watkinsville. See you there. sk Steven M. Kogan, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Child and Family Development Family Science Center-House D Athens , GA 30602 (706) 542-1297 smkogan@uga.edu http://www.cfr.uga.edu

This is yet another example of excellent theater in Oconee County Subject: FW: The Tragedy of Thebes Hi Everyone, See the attached poster and the details below.  If you can attend, you'll be amazed.  Lorraine wrote this adaptation of Sophocles' play, Antigone. Some of the best theatre in the area…….and it only costs you a can of food.  ;-) Cheers, Tony From:  Lorraine Thompson [ mailto:lthompson@athensacademy.org ] Sent:  Sunday, October 25, 2009 6:42 PM To:  Anthony Glenn Subject:  The Tragedy of Thebes Athens Academy proudly presents "The Tragedy of Thebes".  This modern adaptation by Lorraine Thompson puts a new twist on a classic tale.  The play is adapted from the Greek tragedy, "Antigone", by Sophocles.  Show dates and times are Oct. 29-31 at 7:30PM.  All shows will be held in the Athens Academy Presentation Hall.  Canned food items will be accepted at the door for the Athens Area Food Bank.

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Former Oconee County Commissioner Don Norris succumbed to a battle with cancer last night. My condolences to his family. He was a fine public servant

Our own local Bernie Madoff? Man admits Covington investment fraud  | ajc.com Posted using ShareThis

Representative Alan Grayson of Florida schools our own Congressman Paul Broun about the Constitution recently.

Oconee County Town Hall Meeting Oct. 20, 2009 from Lee Becker on Vimeo .

Oconee County Board of Commissioner members held an informal town hall meeting Tuesday evening, and all evidence pointed toward civility, cooperation and distinguished interaction on all fronts. I highly commend everyone involved in the process, and give massive credit to the Margaret Hale, John Daniell and Chuck Horton as they seemed to spearhead this movement toward more community involvement in the democracy of Oconee County government. Plenty of Oconee projects, little funds | News | OnlineAthens.com

Riding the rails through Watkinsville, Georgia

Please consider attending this Saturday morning's stroll through Watkinsville and come to our yardsale at Rita Bennett's house at the corner of Second and School street in lovely downtown Watkinsville UGA ecologist leads next 'Saturday Stroll' | Oconee | OnlineAthens.com

Finally the Democratic leaders in the state go on the offensive The money behind these Republican politicians is simply a-mazing! | Who do they represent?

With the non-partisan suggestion by an ad hoc citizens group suggesting the possibility of banning bikes, the time for serious cyclists, non-serious cyclists (me)  and non-cyclists to come together is now better than ever. Woven brightly, Daniel J. Matthews, Jr. From: smkogan@uga.edu To: smkogan@uga.edu Subject: Oconee County Cycling Advocacy Group Date: Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:52:04 -0400 Dear Fellow Cyclists and Cycling Friends, As you have probably heard, a dedicated group of cycling enthusiasts is emerging who are focused on advocating for cycling in Oconee County. We appreciate your interest and are compiling a list of names, addresses, and emails of cyclists and others who share our concerns. We will post regularly to this email list to update you on our efforts and to invite your participation. Our goal is to develop a formal advocacy group, the Oconee County Cycling Organization. Over the next 3-6 months we will be building the foundation for a long-term, e...